Budget Everest Base Camp Trek package costs will range from $850 to $1,200 per person, depending on group size and exact inclusions. The price generally covers major expenses like permits, flights to Lukla, accommodation, and meals, but excludes personal costs like tips, gear, and extra amenities.
A guided, 12-day EBC trek package generally includes the trek package (Meals and Lodging included) $850-$1,200 per person. It varies by group size and agency. The price covers basic teahouse lodging and meals during the trek.
Domestic Flights(Round Trip Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) will be $450-$550. A major fixed cost, sometimes included in the package price. Sagarmatha National Park and Local Permit price is $60 per person. These permits are mandatory for Everest Budget Trek.
Everest Base Camp Budget Trek include a guide and a shared porter(one porter for two trekkers). The personal Expenses, it comes approximately $200-$300+ for hot showers, Wi-Fi, charging electronics, snacks, and tips.
Travel Insurance will be $100-$200. It is mandatory; and must include high-altitude helicopter rescue coverage up to 6,000m. Hence, the total estimated budget including extra personal funds will be $1,570-$2,410 per person.
Trek in the Off Season Prices are often lower during the winter (December-February), and monsoon (June-August) seasons, though weather conditions are more challenging.
Avoid buying bottled water (use a purification system like water purification tablets to treat boiled or tap water), hot showers, and Wi-Fi services, as these costs increase significantly with altitude.
Eat local means stick to the traditional Nepali meal, Dal Bhat, which is typically more affordable and often comes with unlimited refills, providing excellent energy for the trek.
Rent gear, instead of buying new equipment like rent a sleeping bag, down jacket, and trekking poles in Kathmandu for a fraction of the cost.
Join a group trek package often results in a lower per-person cost compared to a private, and solo trek. Book a budget-friendly Everest Base Camp trek with Mount Everest Trekking-a reliable trek company in Nepal. We at Mission Eco Trek offers cheap Everest Base Camp Trek at budget price with fixed departure dates in 2026/2027.
Budget Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu to Phakding(2650m, 8km, 4 hours) via Lukla(2800m, 40 min flight)
Day 02: Phakding to Namche bazaar(3,440m, 12km, 6 hours)
Day 03: Acclimatization and exploration day
Day 04: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche(3,870m, 10km, 6 hours)
Day 05: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,400m, 11km, 6 hours)
Day 06: Acclimatization day in Dingboche
Day 07: Dingboche to Lobuche(4,900m, 12km, 7 hours)
Day 08: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5180m) and EBC(5364m, 15km, 8 hours)
Day 09: Gorakshep to Kalapatthar(5,545m) and to Pheriche(4,320m, 13km, 6 hours)
Day 10: Pheriche to Namche(3,440m, 15km, 8 hours)
Day 11: Namche to Lukla(2,800m, 16km, 7 hours)
Day 12: Lukla to Kathmandu(1350m, 35 minute)
